PS Vita Gets the Knock-Off Treatment

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Android-based handheld takes its cues from Sony.

By Scott Lowe

As they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and in China, manufacturers love to replicate big name brands like Apple and Sony. The latest device to receive the knock-off treatment is the PlayStation Vita, with YinLips' YDPG18. But don't expect to be playing Uncharted: Golden Abyss anytime soon, because this beauty only plays Android games.

Originally reported by Kotaku, the YDPG18 is an Android-based device modeled after Sony's forthcoming portable, and includes a gravity sensor, front- and rear-facing cameras, an LCD touch screen and HD video playback.

Credit: Ascii.jp

Missing, of course, is the rear-touch pad, Sony branding, and, of course, games worth playing on a dedicated handheld rather than the smartphone in your pocket.